NHTSA Complaint #11591963 — 2012 DODGE CHARGER

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11591963
Vehicle	2012 DODGE CHARGER
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	May 18, 2024
Date Filed	June 2, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TN

Consumer Description

Was just driving and the engine just cut off now it want start. I carried it to a certified mechanic he said the motor locked up. He also said it's common for this 3.6 to do this. Something about stuff getting in the engine and causes the bearings to mess up and the pistons.

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